Competition Mentor: Biology Olympiads
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Join Our Team of Academic Competition Champions!
Are you passionate about biology and experienced in high-level academic competitions? Have you competed in, coached, or taught for Olympiads such as the USABO or IBO? We’re looking for exceptional mentors with deep expertise in college-level biology who are eager to inspire the next generation of competitors.
As a Biology Competition Mentor, you’ll work with talented students from around the world, helping them master advanced biology concepts and problem-solving techniques that lead to top results in national and international Olympiads.
WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
-Delivering high-quality, rigorous tutoring sessions in advanced biology for students preparing for Biology Olympiads and related competitions.
-Customizing instruction to each student’s level and competition goals, with a focus on analytical thinking and mastery of complex biological systems.
-Using your Olympiad expertise to teach problem-solving methods, lab-based reasoning, and conceptual connections across genetics, physiology, ecology, and molecular biology.
-Maintaining consistent communication with students between sessions — reviewing progress, setting study targets, and offering guidance on practice exams or materials.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
-Deep knowledge of college-level biology (Olympiad-level mastery required).
-Experience in USABO, IBO, or similar national/international Olympiads — as a competitor, tutor, or instructor.
-Master’s degree required; exceptional Bachelor’s graduates from Top 15 US / Top 10 UK universities may also be considered.
-Demonstrated ability to simplify complex topics and motivate students under competitive pressure.
-Strong communication, organization, and mentoring skills, with at least 10 hours of availability per week.
-Passion for education, academic rigor, and helping students reach elite performance standards.
WHY JOIN US:
-Work with driven, high-achieving students across the US, UK, Asia, and beyond.
-Fully remote, flexible hours, and global community of top-tier educators.
-Opportunity to make real impact — guiding the next generation of Olympiad medalists.
- Department
- Service Delivery
- Role
- Mentor
- Locations
- United States, United Kingdom , Melbourne, Remote - USA, Remote - Latam, Remote - Europe
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Employment type
- Contract